Trend price : 150€
Simple programmable analog drum machine inspired by the famous competitor Boss Dr-55
Overview
main panel features 5 knobs, 3 buttons for recording functions, 3 switchtabs and 7 sliders for mixing levels.
Back panel terminal connectors:
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6 audio outs
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master out
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a pedal switch input for start / stop
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trigger sync I/O
Voice
machine generates 6 analog percussions: kick, snare, tom (2), hihat and cymbal
Edit
sounds cannot be much tweaked but some basic parameters:
- individual volume mix
- filter tone: a lowpass filter
Sequencer
only step recording mode: note or pause for each step. Each pattern has 2 bars "A" and "B" that can be played in alternate mode or with FILL IN MODE.
Sync
the trigger have a pulse input for external tempo or 2 outs with 24 PPQ resolution or recorded by ACCENT.
Memory
- 12 slots at 4/4 time signature
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4 slots at 3/4 or 6/8 time signature
Audio demo:
Video Clip:
Review
OK: uncommon / portable / analog
NOT : no sound edit / sequencer
"Box of chocolate: pretty vintage! programming is a bit machinelike, but sounds are nice"
Text , review, special demos copyright polynominal.com / Eric Pochesci